High School Writing & Composition Apps



A Novel Idea


Have students plot their stories by adding in details of their characters, locations, scenes, ideas, & novels (theme, tone, POV, etc…) to link them together. (free)


Journalized


Nice clean journal look for a more attractive or engaging way to keep a travel journal to Cambodia while reading The Children of the River, or when studying the country of Morrocco incorporate photos of scenic sights & cultural wonders. It can also be used for taking observations over an experiment in science. Will also share entries easily & sync with Evernote, along with incorpor. (iPhone - free)


Peer Edit


Provide comprehensive & prompt review of a student’s work by selecting from a preloaded checklist. No uploads are needed, but instead constructive feedback is emailed to the student. ($4.99)


Snapguide


A creative writing site that matches images with selected keywords in order to capture the essence, story, & meaning of the picture. (free)


Storyrobe


An inventive app for creating self-expression with digital media that is important to you. Add photos & narration, email your story, easily import story to iPhoto or YouTube, & allows for threaded stories. Add to existing stories from other users to create longer stories of travel & events.


Writing Prompts


This app randomly generates writing prompts from five categories – sketches, scenes, texts, words, & news. ($1.99/$4.99)


Last Updated - May 2014